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Tech Unscripted: Digital Resilience
Tune into Tech Unscripted for an unfiltered discussion on digital resilience with leaders from WWE, Carnival Cruise Lines, and Customers Bank. This episode explores how organizations stay securely up and running amidst disruptions, covering everything from managing unexpected outages and third-party challenges to leveraging automation, data analytics, and AI. Discover real-world strategies for proactive incident management, fostering strong vendor relationships, and ensuring continuous, secure operations in today's dynamic tech landscape. Participants:   Ralph Riley, Director of IT Broadcast Systems, WWE Evan Mintzer, Director of Production Infrastructure, Customers BankCustomers Bank Dexter King, Senior NetDevOps Engineer, Carnival Cruise Lines Carnival Cruise Lines Moderator Meg Diaz, Senior Director, Cross-Portfolio Messaging
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S12|E11 Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Training, Resources, and Updates from Learn with Cisco
In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio, we spotlight Cybersecurity Awareness Month and the resources available to help you strengthen your skills and defenses in an evolving threat landscape. With cyberattacks growing more sophisticated and the industry facing a global shortage of 4 million professionals, the need for education and training has never been greater. Our experts break down Cisco’s latest initiatives, including the consolidation of certifications under the CCNA umbrella, free training and labs through Cisco U and Networking Academy, and a new video series—Security Unlocked—hosted by Kyle Winters. Plus, discover October-exclusive perks like free courses, tutorials, and a 25% discount on select premium content. Whether you’re just starting your cybersecurity journey or looking to sharpen your expertise, this episode highlights the tools, training, and best practices to help you stay ahead. Resources Cybersecurity Training and Certification Giveaway: https://mkto.cisco.com/cybersecurity-giveaway-oct-2025.html?utm_campaign=csg25&utm_source=web&utm_medium=champions Upcoming Cisco Learning Network Store Sale: https://learningnetworkstore.cisco.com/specials/?src=cybrsec25_chmp Learn with Cisco Cybersecurity Awareness page: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/learn/training-certifications/cybersecurity-awareness.html?utm_campaign=csm25&utm_source=web&utm_medium=champions Rev Up to Recert: Security Solutions: https://u.cisco.com/paths/enhancing-cisco-security-solutions-with-data-analytics-10327?utm_campaign=revup_ss&utm_source=web&utm_medium=champions Cisco guest Kyle Winters, Technical Consulting Engineer, Cisco Cisco Champion hosts Liam Keegan, Advisor Jonathan Mahady, Principal Network Engineer, BHP David Penaloza, Assoc. Director - LAN Network Architecture, Novartis Moderator Danielle Carter, Customer Voices and Cisco Champion Program
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S12|E10 Building a Sustainable Future with IT
Sustainability is no longer a “nice to have”—it’s quickly becoming a priority for businesses, boards, and communities across the globe. In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio, we explore how IT is playing a central role in driving sustainable outcomes and reshaping the future of buildings, products, and customer experiences. Our experts unpack Cisco’s initiatives and partnerships designed to reduce environmental impact—from sustainable product design and fully recyclable packaging to refurbished solutions that are cost-effective and eco-friendly. We also discuss how data generated by IT assets can optimize energy consumption, and why integrating IT solutions early in building projects is critical for long-term efficiency. Tune in to hear how Cisco and its partners are empowering organizations to achieve their sustainability goals while delivering business value. Resources https://blogs.cisco.com/industries/energy-management-in-the-ai-era-ciscos-digital-transformation-advantage https://distilledbuildingstech.com https://meraki.cisco.com/en-uk/customers/wrexham-county-borough-council/ https://news-blogs.cisco.com/emea/2024/05/23/cisco-partners-with-cambridgeshire-schools-to-make-their-classrooms-more-sustainable/ https://www.thisiscae.com/blog/moving-away-from-an-always-on-culture-whitepaper Cisco guest Jason Shearer, Director, Solutions Engineer, Cisco Cisco Champion hosts Girard Kavelines , Network/Security Engineer, Aqueduct Technologies, Inc. Simon Robert, President, Novbox Ali McKeand, Chief Technologist, Innovation, CAE Technology Services Limited Moderatore Danielle Carter, Lifecycle Marketing, Cisco
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Tech Unscripted: The Business of Tech
Tune in to hear CIOs Nicole Coughlin and Darrell McMillon share their unfiltered insights on strategic IT management and digital transformation. They reveal how to identify opportunities for change, build compelling business cases through practical demonstrations, and navigate the complexities of gaining buy-in and managing organizational change. Discover their people-first approach to technology, emphasizing purpose-driven outcomes and real-world strategies for overcoming tech challenges. Moderator: Todd Shimizu, Vice President, Customer Lifecycle Marketing Participants: Nicole Coughlin, CIO of the Town of Cary, North Carolina Darrell McMillon, VP of IT and CIO of Delaware State University Resources: https://blogs.cisco.com/insidervoices/tech-unscripted
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S12|E9 The Quest for Ultra-Reliability: From Wi-Fi to URWB
From AI-powered robots to autonomous vehicles and data-hungry cameras, the next generation of connected assets is pushing wireless networks to their limits. While Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 deliver leaps in speed, bandwidth, and capacity, some applications demand even more—ultra-low latency, higher reliability, and seamless connectivity. In this episode, we dive into the exciting evolution of Wi-Fi, how Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) delivers ultra-reliability beyond what Wi-Fi can deliver, and how organizations are combining Wi-Fi and URWB to unlock new use cases. We will also unpack: What sets Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 apart from earlier generations? The new possibilities these Wi-Fi advancements enable—and where they fall short. Cisco’s innovation for ultra-reliable wireless connectivity: URWB Real-world examples of URWB-powered solutions How Cisco is making URWB more accessible and simpler to deploy alongside Wi-Fi. Resources https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/products/networking/industrial-wireless/index.html#tabs-9da71fbd27-item-1288c79d71-tab https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/products/networking/industrial-wireless/ultra-reliable-wireless-backhaul/index.html?ccid=cc002272&oid=powit024681&dtid=ooteotr001729#tabs-9da71fbd27-item-1288c79d71-tab Cisco guest Bibin Raveendran, Product Manager, IoT (Industrial Wireless), Cisco Cisco Champion hosts Len Ledford, Architect II, Advisory Services, Insight Jonathan Mahady, Principal Network Engineer, BHP Peter Foppen, Technical Solutions Architect, Comstor Nederland Rickey Keith, Vertical Systems Engineer Moderator Danielle Carter, Customer Voices and Cisco Champion Program
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